Overview

The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Mayo Clinic sees more than 4,000 patients with kidney problems each year, and more than 30,000 patients who suffer from hypertension.

Patients who choose Mayo Clinic have access to one of the largest groups of practicing nephrologists in the country. Currently, over 45 nephrologists practice at Mayo's three sites, including 28 specialists in treating hypertension.

Mayo nephrologists and hypertension specialists work closely with other specialists, including cardiologists, endocrinologists, pharmacists, nurses, educators and dietitians to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to patients who suffer from problems involving the kidneys, uncontrolled hypertension or complex blood pressure issues.

Dialysis

Comprehensive renal replacement therapy options are available at all three Mayo Clinic sites for patients with chronic kidney failure; Mayo Clinic has provided dialysis services for more than 50 years. Dialysis specialists provide patients with comprehensive care, including:

In-center hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis

24-hour emergency dialysis services

Home hemodialysis for eligible patients

Pre-emptive kidney transplantation evaluation

Educational programs for dialysis patients and their families

Hypertension Management

Mayo Clinic physicians and nurses specializing in Hypertension evaluate and treat individuals with mild and severe forms of hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension specialists have developed many tools to successfully manage high blood pressure problems, including:

Reprint Permissions

A single copy of these materials may be reprinted for noncommercial personal use only. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.org," "Mayo Clinic Healthy Living," and the triple-shield Mayo Clinic logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.